Ponytail palm

Ponytail palm (Beaucarnea recurvata)

Ponytail palm, also known as Pony tail

The ponytail palm, known for its bulbous base and long, cascading leaves, is actually a succulent related to the agave family, not a true palm. This resilient houseplant prospers in bright, indirect light but can also adapt to lower light settings. It favors dry, well-draining soil, such as a cactus mix, and requires the soil to dry out between waterings to prevent root rot.

Key Facts About Ponytail palm

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Attributes of Ponytail palm

Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Succulent, Shrub, Tree
Plant Height
4 m to 15 m
Spread
90 cm to 1.5 m
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
1 cm to 1.5 cm
Flower Color
White Pink

Scientific Classification of Ponytail palm

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Asparagus and allies
Family
Asparagus
Genus
Beaucarnea
Species
Ponytail palm